More About the 2020 RAOUL GAUTHERIN MONT DE MILIEU 1ER CRU CHABLIS For centuries, the Gautherin family has been an integral part of Chablis' winemaking history, their lineage tracing back to 1585. Each bottle of Raoul Gautherin carries this legacy, a testament to generations of expertise. Today, the father-son duo continues this proud tradition, cultivating Chablis' most prized hillside vineyards with a deep respect for the land and an unwavering commitment to excellence. The Mont de Milieu Premier Cru vineyard is a gem of Chablis, renowned for its limestone-rich soils and exceptional sun exposure. Here, the vines yield wines of remarkable purity, a harmonious blend of vibrant minerality, and delicate white fruit aromas. The Gautherins' meticulous approach—both in the vineyard and the cellar—allows the true essence of this extraordinary terroir to shine through, creating a wine that reflects its origins and a triumph of craftsmanship. The 2020 vintage is exceptional, showcasing a seamless balance of tropical fruit richness and crystalline acidity. In this Mont de Milieu 1er Cru, the vintage's brilliance is fully expressed, capturing the very essence of Chablis—elegant, expressive, and deeply rooted in tradition. This wine not only tells the story of its origins but invites you to become a part of it. Importer's Notes: "Mouthfeel is smooth, supple and elegant. Terroir is on full display, fresh, clean and pure, with great richness without being weighty due to beautiful back palate acidity, all leading to a very dynamic finish. . Hand harvested from several parcels of 35-year-old vines, then fermented and aged in tanks on the lees for 15 months before bottling."